Relating to required emergency generators or other backup power sources in certain nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and senior independent living communities; providing civil and administrative penalties.

HB 2224 requires nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and senior independent living communities that operate elevators to install and maintain backup power sources (like emergency generators) capable of powering elevators for at least 48 hours during outages, along with sufficient fuel. It directly affects these facilities with elevators, mandating compliance to ensure continued elevator operation during power disruptions. Facilities failing to meet these requirements face administrative penalties of up to $500 per month per violation. The bill creates specific enforcement mechanisms under the Health and Safety Code, focusing on physical infrastructure standards rather than broader policy changes.